Sauce Gardner takes a stand against negativity: Jets star deletes social media to focus on team amid rough 2-3 start | NFL News

New York Jets Pro Bowl star Sauce Keeper let us know that he deleted everything social networks apps from his phone to avoid the negativity in the air as the team had a rough start to the season, 2-3. The move comes amid mounting criticism and frustration among fans and analysts, reflecting the unpleasant atmosphere surrounding the franchise. New York Post editor Brian Costello noted Gardner’s comments, saying the pressures of the game can take a toll on players.

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In addition to choosing to remove himself from social media, Gardner said he learned of the Jets head coach’s firing. Robert Saleh only via a Tuesday text message from his agent. This news adds another layer of tumultuous news to an already rather confusing week for the team. Coaching changes can mean a significant change in player morale and the direction of the franchise in general. Zack Rosenblatt of The Athletic reported on this side of the issue, highlighting how quickly things can change within the NFL.
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Earlier in the week, Gardner took to social media to denounce the toxic nature of the online environment, saying negativity “was at an unprecedented level.” He did so while defending teammate Breece Hall, who, like Gardner, faced some heat during the team’s final stretch. Gardner’s remarks are music to the ears of most who find public opinion weighing on them, especially during a season when things aren’t going as planned. On social media, he hopes to avoid any publicity that distracts him from the game and appeases his teammates. With this decision by Gardner, he hopes to find an excuse between himself and his teammates and perhaps other teammates in the face of outside pressures so that they can create a more positive atmosphere as they try to get through the rest of the season . Unity and performance are now the watchwords; everything should work.
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